Kool Kim and Hass G began as the UMC’s (The Universal MC’s), a duo from Staten Island. Best remembered for the hit single ‘Blue Cheese’ and the under-appreciated Fruits Ov Nature album, the UMC’s poster was also a regular fixture on the lounge room wall on Martin Lawrence’s character on his classic 90’s sit-com, Martin….
Month: January 2013
No Country For Old (Rap) Men: The Nastradamus of Rap
Here’s a wrap-up of recent events in the rap world that I miraculously predicted through the unadulterated genius that is No Country For Old (Rap) Men. No Country For Old (Rap) Men: The Nastradamus of Rap
MC Shan – The Unkut Interview
MC Shan was an original member of the Juice Crew All-Stars, perhaps the greatest collection of MC’s ever to claim membership in the same crew. His QB anthem, “The Bridge” served as the unwitting catalyst in the Bridge Wars, following BDP‘s humiliation at the hands of Juice Crew founder Mr. Magic. Citing the numerous mentions…
No Country For Old (Rap) Men: Rapper Dudes vs Record Labels [aka Life Sucks, Die]
For this week’s NCFORM, the topic at hand is “careful what you wish for,” especially if you wish for a bunch of music execs to make your life awesome. No Country For Old (Rap) Men: Rapper Dudes vs Record Labels [aka Life Sucks, Die]
Rakim – Bring It On [unreleased, 1995]
Producer Dominic Owen has opened his vaults for some mid-90’s Rakim action. Act like you know.
Geechie Dan – Let’s Dance [demo, 1987]
Shout-out to Ausar for sharing this with the world, taped from the legendary WBAU rap show hosted by Doctor Dre. Catch Part 1 and Part 2 of the Geechie Dan interview for the full story.
Geechie Dan – The Unkut Interview, Part 2
Merrick Boulevard Here’s the long overdue conclusion to the Geechie Dan interview (from six months back), where he talks about hanging out with battle legend Mikey D, his involvement with WBAU radio, the ups and downs of LL Cool J‘s career and trying to get a deal and missing his chance to become a professional…
Video: White People Performing Public Enemy Songs
Like Public Enemy? Love white people? Then you are in for a treat! Here are white folks channeling their inner “prophets of rage” in the name of all things cover version.
Back In Mom’s Basement – The Year In Review
This was meant to run last week the Acclaim crew may have only had a 14 year-old intern holding down the fort over the festive season so what can you do? Back In Mom’s Basement – The Year In Review
No Country For Old (Rap) Men: The Curse of Wu Fatigue
It was painful to write this, but I can’t live in denial any longer… No Country For Old (Rap) Men: The Curse of Wu Fatigue